Chapter 222 217 I Am Jay Chou

Chapter 218 217. I am Jay Chou

"Eric, I just found out that China has a mascot every year."

"Tiger, snake, rabbit, cow, sheep, turtle, cheetah."

"Wait! Who told you about the turtle and cheetah?"

Hearing Michael pointing his fingers to explain science to him, Eric's eyes went dark.

"Ah? Aren't they turtles and cheetahs? I can't remember clearly. They said there are twelve kinds of animals. Each of these twelve animals has one year, and there is a reincarnation every twelve years."

"And there are dragons. Can dragons be considered animals? Don't dragons belong to fantasy creatures?"

"First, tell me where turtles and cheetahs come from?"

"No turtles and cheetahs? What about cats and dogs? It seems that I remembered it wrong."

Eric waved his hand: "There are dogs but no cats. The twelve animals are mice, cows, tigers, rabbits, dragons, snakes, horses, sheep, monkeys, chickens, dogs and pigs."

"They are arranged in a fixed order, using a very ancient counting method that I can't express in English. It's called the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches."

"Eric, you have a deep understanding of Chinese culture. Then help me calculate what my mascot should be?"

Maiko was born in 1958, but Eric didn't know how to use the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches algorithm. Although his junior high school teacher taught it, he neglected to use it and had long forgotten it.

He used the dumbest method. This year is the Year of the Monkey, so he would deduce it year by year.

A super rich man and a world pop king, the two sat in the car and counted on their fingers.

After counting for a long time, Eric finally said with certainty: "Dog, Michael, your mascot is a dog."

Hearing this, Michael nodded with a smile: "Dogs are also great, although I think gorillas are better."

Eric laughed. He knew that Michael liked gorillas very much. He even left millions of dollars for the pet gorilla in case he met with an accident and no one kept it.

"What's its name?"

"What?"

"What's the name of the mascot dog?"

"It seems to have no name, but it must be a good dog."

"Yeah."

As they talked, the car arrived at the rehearsal site of the Spring Festival Gala.

At this time, there were still three days left before the broadcast of the Spring Festival Gala of the Year of the Monkey. The rehearsal had been carried out for several rounds, and various actors had also participated in several rounds.

Some were successfully selected, and some were screened out after several rounds.

Therefore, the real program list has not been announced yet. It is still the old tradition. It must be announced on New Year's Eve, a few hours before the opening of the gala.

Some programs will be taken down a few hours before.

So this gala that brings laughter to the national audience is actually extremely difficult and tough.

Those who can make it to the gala are already exhausted in their excitement.

It is also a live broadcast, and a mistake will be infinitely magnified, and the pressure on the actors is very high.

In language programs, there are often disputes over who will be the first to go on stage.

One is because the pressure of being the first to go on stage is high, and the other is that at that time, many people have not finished their meals and have not yet paid full attention to the TV.

It is not easy to go on the Spring Festival Gala, so naturally they hope to get the most attention.

And this burden often falls on the shoulders of the old artist Feng Gong.

The reason given by Feng Gong is that he has a better mentality and can withstand pressure, and he can go home to spend the New Year with his old mother if he finishes the performance early.

Outside the venue, a large number of media are squatting. Since the program list is not announced, they can only judge the program based on the stars who come to rehearse.

There have been rumors that this year's Spring Festival Gala will invite an international superstar to participate, but it is unclear who it is.

Some say it is Leonardo Dicaprio, some say Michael Jackson, and there are rumors that it is Celine Dion.

The more outrageous rumor is Beckham. Many people on the Internet are wondering, are Beckham invited to play football on the stage of the Spring Festival Gala?

Thinking about that picture, it seems too strange. At most, they would invite people to send blessings.

Until these few days, the rumor that Michael Jackson is the one is getting louder and louder, but CCTV has never responded.

Seeing several unfamiliar license plates, the reporter keenly realized that there was a new situation. Perhaps the mystery should be revealed, and everyone's eyes were focused on the car door.

Squeak

The car door was pushed open and Eric walked out.

"Hmm? Foreigner, come and identify which celebrity this is."

"So young, so handsome foreigner."

"Who is this? Does anyone know him? He looks familiar, but I can't remember his name."

"Xiao Zhang, aren't you known as an expert on Europe and America? It's time to use your hobbies. Come and see who this young man is. Is he a singer or a movie star?"

"Brother Wang, it seems to be Eric Cooper."

"What pants? What does he do?"

"Not pants, Eric Cooper, he won the Best Screenwriter Award at the Golden Globe Awards some time ago."

"Screenwriter? In the film and television industry, no, why would CCTV hire a screenwriter? Write scripts? Perform calligraphy on the spot?"

"Brother Wang, screenwriting is just his hobby. His main job is the boss of MGM, a top Hollywood boss. Do you know Oriental MGM?"

"Yes, it's not that they're going to shoot the Megalodon, and the choice of the heroine has caused a sensation. Wait, MGM and Oriental MGM are companies jointly established by this guy and China Film?"

Xiao Zhang nodded: "It's him. Although he is only in his 20s, he is worth more than 5 billion US dollars and ranks 77th on the world's rich list. He is a real super boss."

"Brother Wang, strictly speaking, those stars you just mentioned are only worthy of carrying shoes for him."

"Fuck! So awesome!"

"That's right! But since he shows up, I can be sure that Michael Jackson will also show up."

"Why?"

"Because everyone who pays attention to the European and American circles knows that these two are close friends and have a good relationship."

Ah!

Ah!

"Michael Jackson!"

"Michael Jackson!"

"It's really Michael Jackson!"

"CCTV really invited Jackson, my God!"

"Oh my god, the rumors are true. CCTV is really awesome this time. It can even invite Michael Jackson to the Spring Festival Gala. Oh my god!"

When Michael got out of the car, the reporters who were still on the sidelines rushed over.

Xiao Zhang and Brother Wang lowered their heads and said a few words. When they looked up and found the situation, there was no space to squeeze in.

"Brother Wang, Brother Wang, hug me, lift me up, and I will take pictures."

"Stinky boy, let you take advantage of me once."

"Hehe... I said it was Michael Jackson. This year's Spring Festival Gala has hope. In addition to Zhao Benshan, there is another hot spot."

A group of reporters surrounded them and took pictures crazily, and asked questions in Chinese.

Unfortunately, Michael couldn't understand a word, so he could only smile and nod at them.

Eric could understand, but he was too lazy to answer. As long as he answered one, questions would come one after another.

If you really want to be interviewed, it's not too late after rehearsal.

Seeing the boss being surrounded, more than a dozen tall and strong dancers wanted to come to rescue him.

Eric waved his hand to indicate that they didn't need to care, and they couldn't care. In this small piece of land, CCTV was still useful.

Sure enough, a few men and women with work badges rushed over after a while.

"Make way, everyone!"

"Stop pushing, let people out first."

"Which newspaper are you from? Still pushing!"

But Maikou is so popular and famous that many people may only have one chance to see him live.

So the reporters didn't listen to the instructions at all and continued to shoot wildly with their cameras.

Seeing that talking in a gentle voice didn't work, the man with glasses who led the group shouted.

"Everyone, make way! Otherwise, you will never be able to set foot on CCTV again from now on. Think about it yourself!"

After this harsh remark, the order on the scene gradually recovered.

"I said, why don't you understand the rules? We are busy rehearsing. Do you know how tight the time is? Who will be responsible if things are delayed!"

Some people smiled and some nodded and bowed.

"Teacher Zhou, I'm so excited. CCTV has done such a big job this time. I never dreamed that I would be able to stand face to face with Michael Jackson one day."

"Yes, yes, that's Michael Jackson, not a domestic star. We are never excited when we meet domestic stars."

"I'm so excited, Teacher Zhou. Please forgive me."

Teacher Zhou thought to himself, I never dreamed that I would be able to meet Michael Jackson one day. He is the king of pop in the world. Who knows how such a big name was invited?

It is said that it only cost 100,000 RMB. It's incredible, absolutely incredible.

Under the leadership of Teacher Zhou, the group finally left smoothly.

As a result, as soon as they entered the building, they attracted the attention of countless people.

"Michael Jackson, it's Michael Jackson!"

"The rumors are true, he even brought dancers, there's really a show."

"Come on, come on, go get autographs and take photos, why are you still standing there!"

Seeing that the situation was about to get out of control again, Teacher Zhou hurriedly shouted: "Teachers, the leader is anxious, can we talk about any requests later? Don't delay things!"

Hearing that the leader was anxious, everyone stopped and looked at Eric and Michael leaving.

"Michael, did you see that? Wherever you go, there will be riots."

Michael stroked his hair: "I also want to go to the Great Wall and the Forbidden City. The Internet says that you must go to these two attractions when you arrive in Yanjing, but now it seems that there may be trouble."

Following Teacher Zhou to the studio, a children's program was being rehearsed.

Dozens of children dressed in colorful festive clothes and danced to the songs.

On the big screen behind him, the theme songs of "Shukebeta", "Journey to the West", "Legend of Nezha" and "Black Cat Sheriff" were played, which immediately brought back Eric's childhood memories.

"These children are so beautifully dressed." Maikou's love instantly overflowed.

"When you go back, buy some traditional Chinese costumes as gifts for Paris. She will definitely like them."

"This is a good suggestion."

After the children's performance, the leaders and judges sitting below said a few words to the choreographer, and then dozens of children left the stage.

When passing by Maikou, he looked at the group of foreigners in front of him shouting with great curiosity, and some of them opened their mouths in surprise.

"Mr. Jackson, Mr. Cooper, it's our turn."

Under the leadership of Teacher Zhou, Eric and Maikou came to the leaders. Several young people in their thirties and old people in their fifties hurriedly stood up to greet them.

In front of ordinary people, they are leaders and bigwigs of CCTV, but in front of Eric, they are all small shrimps that can't get on the stage.

After a few words, another wealthy man in his fifties came over. Seeing him, others made way.

"Mr. Cooper, this is Director Chen from CCTV."

Teacher Zhou reminded him in a low voice. When Eric heard the surname Chen, he couldn't help but think of Chen Ou.

Could they be relatives? Otherwise, why did Chen Ou ask for him?

Director Chen shook hands with Eric and Michael.

"Mr. Cooper, nice to meet you. I have heard of you for a long time. I finally met you today. I must thank you for inviting Mr. Jackson this time."

"Mr. Jackson, I am your fan. I often listen to many of your songs at home. After so many years, I finally met the real person, hahahaha."

"I will host tonight. I will invite Lao Han, Lao Zhou and others. You must do your best to be a good host."

After chatting with Director Chen for a while, Michael's rehearsal began.

Eric was not proficient in the things on the stage. After watching for a while, he stopped participating and turned around to walk around the studio.

Several groups were rehearsing at the same time, and it was very busy.

However, many people couldn't help but stop and take a second look at this young and handsome foreigner, especially women.

He also noticed many familiar stars, such as Xie Xiaodong who was not yet obscure, Mei Ting in Don't Talk to Strangers, Sun Li who was not yet famous, and Huang Yi who had not yet had a bloody relationship with Huang Yiqing. They sang a song together.

When I was a child, I didn't pay attention. It turns out that unprofessional actors have started to sing on stage so early. Fortunately, skits have not been flooded.

I also saw the singing performances of the crews of "Sex and the City", "The Golden Age", "Liu Laogen" and other popular dramas last year. When he saw Yan Xuejing, he smiled helplessly. It turned out that her acting style had been set since the beginning of the millennium.

There are also many comedians, including Guo Da, Guo Donglin, Yan Shunkai, Hong Jiantao, Hou Yaowen, Shi Fukuan, and of course the iron triangle Zhao Benshan, Fan Wei and Gao Xiumin.

The name of the skit they performed was "Renting a Companion". Eric thought for a long time after reading the name, and he didn't remember that the three of them had collaborated on this show.

After reading it for a while, he realized that "Renting a Companion" was probably because they thought the name was vulgar, so they changed it to "Water Delivery Man" on stage.

"The moonlight shines on the bed, and the glass is frosted. If you don't wipe it quickly, it will get dirty!"

Eric can still recite the jingle now.

Uncle Benshan probably didn't expect that after he left the Spring Festival Gala stage, the skit would collapse to such a level.

"Hello, is this Mr. Eric Cooper?"

Suddenly, a voice sounded behind him, the voice of a young man.

The Mandarin was spoken with an accent, and it sounded like the flavor of Taiwan, and it was very familiar. Eric could already guess who it was.

"Hello Mr. Cooper, I'm Jay Chou."